Question 1

what is the definition or description of: corn allergy?

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Coorn Allergy: A corn allergy is an exaggerated immune response due to exposure to corn protein. The reaction can present with typical symptoms of hives, respiratory symptoms (cough, wheeze, shortness of breath), GI symptoms (abdominal pain, vomiting), swelling, loss of consciousness, and can be fatal. Symptoms typically present within minutes to a couple hours after ingestion or contact.

Question 2

is there a way to treat a wheat and corn allergy?

Accepted Answer

Avoidance: Avoiding the foods to which you are allergic is still the best treatment. Studies are underway with oral desensitization, but this technique is not ready yet for generalized use. Sometimes a food challenge in a doctor's office can confirm if you are truly allergic to these foods. Allergy tests for foods often produce false positive reactions.

Question 3

if corn allergy has produced gi symptoms will an allergy test confirm or will it not likely show up? and is it worth it to do an allergy test?

Accepted Answer

Go to an  allergist: Allergy to corn is no common, but can be severe.  The tests for allergy to corn are not reliable.  If an allergy specialist feels it is required the only proof of corn allergy would be in oral challenge.But this should  be performed under the guidance of an allergist trained in doing food challenges.

Question 4

how to test for gmo corn allergy?

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Self test..: Eat 1-2 servings of the suspected allergan each day for 3 days, then stop for a week.  Repeat.  Note if you have allergic symptoms or gastric issues each day.  Write it down daily.  This will let you know..

Question 5

is having corn pollen allergy the same as a corn allergy?

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Not exactly: They are both corn related and those with corn allergy may react to corn pollen with runny nose and or asthma. If the corn pollen allergy is moderate to severe,  it is best to avoid corn. www.about.com has a good article on this subject.

Question 6

is a corn pollen allergy the exact same as a corn allergy?

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Pollen allergy OR: No, corn pollen is not the same as the vegetable corn. This comes up with nut trees too, like pecan pollen vs pecan nuts, walnut tree pollen vs walnuts. The allergens in the pollens are not the same as the allergens in the "fruits" the plant produces. We have different skin tests for each and can show you how your responses differ.

Question 7

what "corn substitute" can a child with corn allergies eat?

Accepted Answer

Www.foodallergy.org: From the food allergy and anaphylaxis newtwork website:
allergic reactions to corn are rare and a relatively small number of case reports can be found in medical literature. However, the reports do indicate that reactions to corn can be severe. Reactions to corn can occur from both raw and cooked corn. Individuals who are indeed allergic to corn may also react to corn and grass pollen.

Question 8

which local anesthetic does not react with corn allergies?

Accepted Answer

Preservative free: It's not the anesthetic per se that's to blame, usually it's the dextrose-containing suspension.  If local anesthetic is suspended in preservative-free solute, such as normal saline, you shouldn't have a problem.

Question 9

i have corn gluten allergy, what now ?

Accepted Answer

Avoidance: The current treatment for food allergies is reading ingredient labels to find foods that do not contain that particular food.  A dietician or nutritionist can help with a diet if a person is having trouble.  Corn allergy is fairly uncommon but corn is a very common ingredient.  Fortunately, there are many gluten free products available now.

Question 10

is there any remedies for corn and wheat allergies?

Accepted Answer

Gluten free diet: Many people are realizing that they have coeliac disease and are sensitive to wheat.  Many grocery stores now carry gluten free foods.  Try it, .

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